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Governor uses a zero to show ag is No. 1 Ag education budget is latest to enter political combine

By Dave Cook

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SPRINGFIELD — Agriculture is at the core of the state. The farms dotting our landscape are homes to families and the children raised there are where the majority of future farmers originate. To help them on their way, 321 schools in the state offer ag education programs according to the Illinois FFA. Gov. Bruce Rauner has proposed eliminating the budget for these programs despite often speaking of how important agriculture is to Illinois.

While talking about job opportunities in agriculture to more than 200 high school students at the Farm Progress Show in Decatur last September, Rauner was quoted by Bloomington’s Pantagraph as saying, “Agriculture is the backbone of the Illinois economy and the No. 1 engine for our prosperity in the future.

I’m all in to help farmers any way I can.”

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) recommends a budget of $3 million for the proposed budget’s agriculture education line

item. It’s currently at $1.8 million, and Rauner proposes lowering it to zero even though agriculture creates up to a quarter of the state’s employment opportunities.

Princeton High School ag teacher, Dan Foes said, “I think it’s a ridiculous proposal. Illinois has been one of the leading states in agriculture for many years and will be for many more. I truly believe that agriculture is the backbone of our state.”

Students and educators from across the state recently addressed this issue while visiting Springfield as part of the annual Illinois Agriculture Legislative Day. Students from the Putnam County FFA were able to spend time with State Sen. Sue Rezin and discuss the importance of agriculture in our local school districts.

Putnam County School Board member Laurie Glenn said, “I think it was a very beneficial experience for our students. They were able to meet and talk to Sen. Rezin on a very casual basis. I think this will help them in the future to be able to feel like they can voice

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Members of the PCHS FFA recently visited Springfield and State Sen. Sue Rezin as part of Illinois Agriculture Legislative Day. A main topic of concern for the more than 1,000 visitors was Gov. Bruce Rauner’s budget proposal to eliminate ag education funding. Pictured are Hunter Witzman (from left), Laurie Glenn, Rezin, Melody Kincaid and Michael Schrowang.

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Connecting the pieces IDOT representative provides update on Route 89 bridge project

By Eric Engel

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An eye toward the future PCR photo/Dave Cook

With the success of the recent PCHS College and Career Expo, the school has already begun preparations for next year’s event. The evening gave students and their families a chance to speak to representatives from several colleges in one evening and to possibly find a school or career path they hadn’t yet considered.

PCHS hosts its first College and Career Expo

By Dave Cook

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GRANVILLE — High school seems to go by in a blink of the eye. Knowing which path to take after graduation can be a difficult decision. Putnam County High School gave its students an opportunity to look forward Tuesday, March 1, when it hosted its first Vol. 148 No. 28 One Section - 16 Pages

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Open to students in seventh through 12th grade, they and their parents were able to speak to representatives from 31 colleges and universities and 20 representatives from different career fields. The school also hosted 11 different workshops covering topics from scholarships, resumes, interviewing, student loans,

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The gymnasium held all of the college and university displays, and the cafeteria is where students could speak to representatives from several different businesses, many of which offer local opportunities.

SPRING VALLEY — Representatives for the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) explained the initial plans for the upcoming replacement of the Route 89 bridge over the Illinois River at the Spring Valley City Council meeting Monday, Feb. 29.

Herb Jung, IDOT construction engineer for District 3 out of Ottawa, began by noting both Bureau and Putnam counties were heavily represented during a recent emergency services meeting, so they further understood how to respond to any situation that might go awry during the project.

Jung said the cost of the bridge replacement is $38,000,000, and everyone questions the end date of such a massive project from the moment the initial ideas are shared.

“This project does not have a completion date,” Jung said, indicating the engineering contract stipulates a time frame of two and one-half construction seasons, with each season spanning from May

1 to Thanksgiving. “This doesn’t mean the contractor can’t work through the winter; it’s just how we measure time.”

The goal for the 2016 construction season is building some of the embankments on either side of the bridge, working on all river and land piers, and getting everything out of the water by Thanksgiving. The success of that goal will be dependent on river conditions, Jung said.

Substructure work will continue into the 2017 season with steel beams being placed on all the piers, and time allowing, the decks being poured. Once all work is completed on the new bridge, the old bridge will be demolished.

“We will not make a public announcement for demolition. We do not want a crowd who thinks it’s cool to see stuff blow up because it’s also dangerous,” Jung said, explaining the charges set to slice through the steel of the old bridge create a momentary atmosphere of shrapnel, tossing shards of metal and nuts and bolts in every

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The PCHS gymnasium quickly filled with students and their families during the school’s first College and Career Expo on the evening of March 1. Representatives from 31 colleges and universities, along with military recruiters, were hosted in the gym. In the cafeteria just outside the gym, students could speak with people from 20 different career fields.

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Granville test drives new truck

Board considers options

By Dave Cook

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GRANVILLE — Representatives from Central Illinois Trucking in Peru brought a brand new Kenworth T370 cab and chassis truck to the Granville Village Board meeting on Tuesday, March 1. Board members gathered information on options, financing choices and build times as members of the pub-

lic works department took the new truck for a test drive. Once the final decisions are made, it will take several months to complete the build and deliver it to the village.

Mike Richetta of Chamlin and Associates presented information about the possibility of extending the McCoy Street road project. He gave an estimation of $8,400 per 100 feet, but prices could vary depending on the type of surface treatment and whether parking lanes are included in the work.

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Jung said there will be two lanes of freely flowing traffic during the project — most of the time — with reduced speed and flaggers to control traffic.

There will likely be a few instances where temporary signals will be placed at each of the grain elevator entrances, reducing traffic to one lane for three to four weeks, so new pavement can be built and shaped.

There will be no work during fishing tournaments, and the river will be open at all times except when the old bridge is demolished.

“Historically, the Army Corp and the Department of Natural Resources gives us 24 hours to clean that out and open the river back up to network traffic,” he said.

The new bridge will be placed to the east of the old bridge, and will stretch a 40-foot wide deck, compared to the current width of around 23 feet. The new bridge will be completely done before the old bridge is taken down, Jung said, with just a few puzzle pieces of pavement to pour in to transition traffic. Work will be take place during the daytime, except for when temperature restrictions relegate concrete be poured in the cooler evening hours.

Jung said the contractor for the bridge project is a local guy who takes pride in his work and will communicate and interact constructively with those working on the wastewater treatment plant project. Local resources will help control the work zone speed limit to maintain safety, and emergency service commute will remain priority No. 1 throughout the project.

“We may have to impact generic motorists, but we don’t want to impact emergency service vehicles,” Jung said.

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Ag education From Page 1 their opinions on issues. They also got to hear how some of the decisions are made.

The farmers of tomorrow are going to have to be much better communicators than my generation. They will need to do a better job of telling agriculture’s story to the public.”

Putnam County High School freshman and FFA member Michael Schrowang said, “When talking with Sue Rezin we discussed many topics. We talked about what is happening to the ag funding and what she is doing to contribute help. I think events like this are important because it gives students the chance to talk to their state representatives about what we have been doing for our community and the leadership skills we’ve gained. Cutting funding to ag programs will make getting supplies very difficult and making any improvements almost impossible.”

Rezin said, “I think the FFA is incredibly important, not only to the ag community, but more importantly to develop leaders in our state and within our communities. Farm kids are hard workers and can have half a day of work in before they even go to school, and then they come home and continue to work. There’s tremendous value in that, so I was happy to be able to spend time with these students.”

Rezin also said they’re continuing to negotiate the

budget and that the FFA isn’t funded by this line item; there is money that goes directly to the FFA, that being about $325,000. She also mentioned there’s additional money available from other sources, such as grants, in the governor’s proposed Fiscal Year 2017 budget for ag programs.

However, the budget line item funding the Facilitating Coordination in Agriculture Education program (FCAE), which provides local program support, curriculum resources, professional development for teachers and on-site technical assistance, will receive nothing from Rauner’s proposed budget.

If there are 321 schools in the state with ag programs, the programs would receive zero funding, and the individual FFA chapters would only receive about $1,000 for the year in addition to the other funding Rezin mentioned.

At PHS, the Agriculture Department has about 120 students taking classes year to year, and there are currently 38 students in the FFA. “Through education being passed down from generation to generation, we have been able to sustain the demand for food being put on the table for the consumer. If you put a halt to that education, who knows what will happen. As an educator and an agriculturist, I would be very concerned about our society’s future if we cut agricultural programs,” said Foes.

Celebrating a decade of care Putnam County EMS to host 10th anniversary open house April 2

By Dave Cook

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MCNABB — The Putnam County EMS will be celebrating its 10th anniversary from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 2, with an open house at the James Goldasich Community Center in McNabb. The PCEMS began serving the citizens of the county on April 1, 2006.

Andrew Jackson, director of the PCEMS, said, “Before that we had three different volunteer ambulance departments, and it was getting increasingly more difficult for the volunteers because of the state and federal mandates about education, equipment and training.”

The difficulty of meeting those increased requirements caused the McNabb Fire Protection District to approach the county for a solution.

The ambulance department was contracted to the county to operate from their station in McNabb, the largest in the area.

“I was part of the first crew on duty that first day and even ran the first call.

It’s come a long way in 10 years. I think

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The board approved a fair housing proclamation and a proclamation of Motorcycle Awareness Month from A.B.A.T.E.. The board also approved a donation of $500 to the Granville Fire Department and $250 to the PCHS post-prom event, Afterglow.

The board decided to wait until more was known about the work needed at the ball diamond before making a donation to Granville Baseball and Softball.

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Meet local growers at the Princeton Public Library

PRINCETON — The public is invited to meet several local growers at the Princeton Public Library at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 10, and learn how to get weekly subscriptions for fresh, locally-grown produce during the growing season by participating in Community Supported Agriculture (CSA).

There are many reasons why buying locally produced products benefit you, such as living healthy with nutrient-dense fresh-picked foods. By knowing where your food is grown and who is growing it, you support families in your local community and produce a smaller carbon footprint. Co-sponsored by “From the Ground Up” at Bureau and Putnam County Health Department, the evening’s program will introduce participants to representatives from Mill Road Farms in Sheffield, Coneflower Farm in Tiskilwa, Plow Creek farm in Tiskilwa, AZ farm in Ohio and Edgewood Farm in Princeton.

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by Dennis Zehr, Ellen Davis-Zehr and family.

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“We’re very fortunate we don’t have any turnover because our people love what they’re doing, and they do a great job,” Jackson said.

The PCEMS will soon be receiving two new cardiac monitors. The monitors currently being used have become obsolete, and at a cost of $32,000 each, they’re not easily replaced.

“We are very lucky to have received donations from two very generous local companies, Marquis Energy and Dynegy, which are allowing us to replace our outdated equipment and continue to provide the best care possible for the people of Putnam County,” Jackson said.

The public is invited to come visit the McNabb Fire Station and see the equipment and where they live when on duty. There will be free blood pressure checks, a chance to meet the employees and hopefully view the Life Flight helicopter if they are able to attend that day.

All former volunteer EMTs, drivers and first responders who served the county at the three ambulance facilities prior to 2006 are encouraged to attend.

There will be a group photo at 2 p.m., and the PCEMS will follow that with a graduation party for the current EMT-B class at 2:30 p.m.

For more information call the office of the PCEMS at 815-882-2635.

vegetables, melons, berries and herbs using organic methods for 25 years. Produce is sold at the Princeton Farmers’ Market, at the farm by advance order and through a CSA program. Their CSA includes 24 weekly boxes, from mid-May to mid-October. In the past, participants have picked up the shares at the farm, but this year they are adding a Princeton drop-off site. Their CSA features a preference list, so boxes are somewhat customized rather than each participant’s being identical. Coneflower Farm does still have openings for the 2016 season.

AZ Farm is operated by sisters Alexis and Ariel Zimmerlein. The two are fifth generation farmers and operate on family-owned land in LaMoille and Ohio. AZ Farm provides quality nutritious vegetables, fruits and herbs. The farm uses sustainable practices to ensure maximum health of the people and the planet. The farm works to not only provide food to feed the people of Central Illinois, but to also provide nutrition and farming education. They offer CSA shares in

Princeton, LaMoille and Mendota. Their CSA runs for 12 weeks, from June through August.

Members are responsible for showing up at their chosen drop-off site each week to pick up your share of freshly-harvested produce and herbs. You will generally receive six (half-share) to 10 (full-share) items/week of vegetables, fruits and herbs, equivalent to one or two grocery bags of produce.

Mill Road Farms is a family run farm headed by Tim Marquis and executive chef Dan Marquis. The farm’s organically-grown produce is providing sustainable produce for many chefs in the Chicagoland area, as well as at local farmers’ markets. They believe eating locally lends toward a healthier lifestyle, and they strive to pass that on to customers. From the greenhouse to the fields to your plate, they pride themselves on the attention to the details in providing the best products.

Plow Creek Farm is a small farm producing a variety of fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables for the Chicagoland area.

PPL hosts event for farm workers, low income families Agencies to share information, hire workers

PRINCETON — An informational, resource and assistance event for farm workers and low income families will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, March 14 at the Princeton Public Library, 698 E. Peru St., Princeton.

Persons of all ages, experience levels and industries are encouraged to attend.

Representatives from ResourceMFG will be conducting on-site interviews to staff

up to 15 people to work immediately at Monterrey Mushrooms.

Other organizations that will be attending this event to share information and take applications for services to low income families will be the Illinois Migrant Council, Freedom House, Community Health Partnership of Illinois, Tri-County Opportunities Council and BEST Inc.

Hennepin Betterment Association will meet March 14 Skoog to host a meet and greet there

HENNEPIN — The Hennepin Betterment Association will host its next regularly scheduled meeting at 6 p.m.

Monday, March 14, at the new Waterfront Tavern (formerly Ray’s Place) at 108 N. Front St., Hennepin. They will be featuring their soon-to-be world famous family style chicken dinner. The cost for the dinner will be $10 and also includes a short town hall style meet and greet with

newly-appointed state Rep. Andy Skoog, who is anxious to come to Hennepin and meet with the residents and hear their thoughts and concerns for the future of the district and the state of Illinois.

RSVP by Friday, March 11, to Christina Mennie at ckjlaw@mchsi.com. The meal begins after a brief meeting at 6 p.m., and the meet and greet will follow shortly after the meal is complete.

Make plans to attend the Sauk Valley Home and Garden Show STERLING — If you are planning a home remodeling project or just want new ideas to spruce up your home or garden, make plans to attend the Sauk Valley Home and Garden Show on Saturday, March 12 and Sunday March 13 at Northland Mall in Sterling.

The show will feature vendors displaying products and services for anything from home remodeling and construction to landscape, plus indoor living, design and much more.

“There is a wealth of home improvement specialists in and around this market. The Sauk Valley Home and Garden Show is a great opportunity for them to showcase their products or services to

the community,” said Jennifer Heintzelman of Sauk Valley Media.

“We are so happy to have such a variety of vendors at the show. It is an event where individuals interested in improving their homes will have the opportunity to talk with home improvement specialists all under one roof,” Heintzelman said.

The Sauk Valley Home and Garden Show is free and open to the public.

Start your to-do list today by making plans to attend the Sauk Valley Home and Garden Show. The event runs both days from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information, call 815-625-3600, ext. 5630.

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Edgewood Farm was originally named Edgewood in the 1800s. In 2003 the Clarke Family purchased the farm. They have been working on conservation and land preservation projects ever since. They restored the 100-year-old barn into a venue for weddings and events, and have 130 acres of land in non-GMO grain production and a 2-acre vegetable garden. The grain operation and garden are in the second year of a three-year transition period toward organic certification.

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Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs seeks to reunite residents with unclaimed property $12 million available in Bureau, Putnam and LaSalle counties SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ staff will be at the Princeton Public Library on Saturday, March 12, to help reunite citizens with unclaimed property through the I-Cash program.

In Bureau, Putnam and LaSalle counties, an estimated 60,000 people have unclaimed cash, stock or property being safeguarded by the treasurer’s office. The value exceeds $12 million. Statewide, Treasurer Frerichs secures more than $2 billion

in unclaimed cash and property.

“Uncashed checks, rebate cards and stock dividends are common examples of items that we hold for safe keeping while we try to locate the proper owners,” Frerichs said. “These items do not belong to the state and should be returned to their rightful owners.”

The event will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the library, located at 698 E. Peru St. The treasurer’s office never charges money for its assistance to

reclaim cash or property.

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Blue ribbons — a symbol to embrace

Youth Service Bureau fights to stop child abuse

By Eric Engel

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Through efforts of the Youth Service Bureau (YSB) of Illinois Valley out of Ottawa, April will be declared Child Abuse Prevention Month by community leaders throughout the area.

The YSB has developed proclamations to be read and signed in prominent cities throughout Northern Illinois to promote child abuse prevention under an even finer lens than normal. These efforts are aimed at giving a voice to children who have lost theirs because of an abusive situation, and to promote a bright future for these youth who oftentimes come to expect to be treated poorly.

According to a YSB press release,

more than 100,000 cases of child abuse were reported in Illinois in 2014, with it being noted those numbers only reflect reported cases. By bringing this subject further into the forefront of discussion, the YSB is hoping to accomplish better community recognition and engagement on every possible level.

The YSB will be distributing baskets of blue ribbon pins — which symbolize child abuse prevention — to area businesses, and they encourage everyone to wear them and share them with their friends in a collective rise against anyone who would hurt a child.

As previously reported in the Bureau County Republican, the YSB stated Child Abuse Prevention Month first began in 1983, but the blue ribbon campaign did not start until 1989.

At that time, a woman named Bonnie Finney tied a blue ribbon to her van antenna to honor and support

her grandson who had experienced abuse.

“I never intend to forget the battered, bruised bodies of my grandchildren,” Finney said. “Bruises are black and then eventually blue. Therefore, blue serves as a constant reminder to me to fight for our children.”

Although based in Ottawa, the YSB has additional offices in Rockford, Aurora, Princeton, LaSalle and Glen Ellyn, and has been offering strength and love through counseling and therapeutic means for 40 years. In celebration of the milestone, the YSB will be hosting a fundraiser on May 14 at the Knights of Columbus in Ottawa. All proceeds will be used to help children to never experience the physical and emotional violence of child abuse.

For more information on services or to report an individual in need of assistance, call the YSB at 815-4333953.

Rep. Andy Skoog moving district office to Peru PERU — Newly-appointed state Rep. Andy Skoog, D-LaSalle, will move his district office from Spring Valley to Peru starting Monday, March 14.

“Moving my office to Peru allows for our office to be more centrally located in the 76th District, and therefore more accessible to the people I serve,” said Skoog. “Additionally, my new office will be wheelchair accessible, which is a needed feature for any state office. I want my constituents to know that my door is always open to everyone in the 76th District.”

All of the same services that were available in Skoog’s Spring Valley office will be available at his new office, located at 514 Fifth St., Peru. If you have a state of Illinois-related issue, comment or concern, contact Skoog’s office at 815-780-8720 or visit between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Skoog can also be reached via email at repskoog@ gmail.com or on Facebook, www.facebook.com/repskoog.

Helen Yarrington ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Helen Yarrington, 95, died peacefully at 9:10 p.m. Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, at a palliative care facility in Albuquerque, N.M. She had undergone surgery for a broken hip due to a fall two weeks prior to her death and was unable to recover from the trauma associated with that injury.

Helen was a lifelong resident of PutHelen nam, where she was born and spent Yarrington essentially her entire life. She had moved recently to an assisted living facility in Albuquerque to be closer to immediate family.

Helen was born Aug. 18, 1920, to Francis and Ruby (Heininger) Murphy. She had four brothers, Lloyd, Kenneth, Allen and Charles, and one sister, Maxine Alstrin, who preceded her in death. She is survived by one sister, Mary Jean (Clarence) Kelly of Henry.

Helen was married to Maurice Meredith on April 14, 1946, in the Putnam Christian Church and was later married to Frank Yarrington on Sept. 12, 1957, in Lincoln, Ill. Both husbands are deceased. She has one son, Paul (Marsha) Yarrington, by the first marriage.

She has three grandchildren, Jennifer (John) Mesich, Andrew Yarrington and Bridget Yarrington, and three great-grandchildren, Sarah, Conor and Morgan. All of her immediate family resides in Albuquerque, N.M. Helen graduated from Senachwine High School in Putnam and attended Brown’s Business College in Peoria. Following college, she worked in secretarial positions at the State Department of Public Health in Springfield, the Federal Power Commission in Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Treasury Department in Chicago. She also worked at the Henry State Bank and for many years as bookkeeper at the Putnam Grain Company.

Helen served as a member of the Senachwine Township Board and the Judge of Elections in Putnam County. She was a member of the Putnam Christian Church and was an organist at the church for many years. She loved her church family in Putnam, and was grateful for the many good friends and neighbors she had in the Putnam area over the years.

Helen loved her home, where both she and her father were born. She enjoyed attending to the flowers and other yard work that helped make her home such a delightful place for family and friends to visit.

What made her home so very special, however, was Helen, with the warmth and humor that came so naturally to her. She was generous, kind and compassionate to all. She was well loved. She will be greatly missed, and will be very fondly remembered.

A memorial service will be at 4 p.m. Monday, March 14, at the Putnam Christian Church. Flowers are welcome.

Contributions in memory of Helen can be made to the church.

An online guestbook Helen is available at www.

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The Editorial Page

Sam R Fisher

Terri Simon

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Editor

Growing memories When I was a little girl, it was about this time of the year when my grandfather started poring over seed catalogues. While I never actually remember him ordering any seeds, I can still see him sitting at the kitchen table, thumbing through Terri page after page of potenSimon tial plants that COMMENTARY might end up in our garden.

I can remember sitting at the kitchen table with him, looking at all the vegetables that could potentially live in the large expanse of a garden that would eventually feed our family.

Now that I think back, those cold winter days of looking through seed catalogues and planning our upcoming garden were probably the first signs of spring we had. It was fun — even for a small child, and while I always begged him to order the giant watermelon seeds, I’m pretty sure he never did.

Perhaps it was the promise of the spring to come — a place in time on a dusty old road that also spoke of baby colts and lambs, planting a field with corn and soybeans, lilacs that would eventually bloom and fill the air with the most unbelievable scent, a grandmother that would nurse baby lambs, kittens, calves and puppies back to health, and watching the season unfold before our eyes. I guess there was promise in that seed catalogue, and whether he ever ordered anything out of it or not, well ... I guess it really doesn’t matter.

It would eventually be about this time when Grandpa would head to the store (I can’t remember which one, but I know I always tagged along with him), and we’d come home with these little plastic, yellow trays filled with some kind of dirt concoction and a plastic, see-through lid. Inside the dirt were tomato seeds, and together, we’d put those trays on a sunny windowsill, douse them with water and wait for the magic to begin.

It wouldn’t be long ... the sun and water would do their thing, and before we knew it, we’d have tomato sprouts in those plastic, yellow trays. To this little kid, it was magical. And to the vintage eyes of my grandfather, well ... it seemed just as enchanting. The excitement we shared about those little sprouts still sticks in my memory, and I still smile like a school girl when I think about it.

For days, the two of us would check out our sprouts, making sure they had enough water and sunlight. Eventually, the clear, plastic lid would be removed when their stature erupted, and I don’t mind telling you that was a big day. After that, my grandpa would remove the weaker sprouts, allowing the stronger to survive. The daily visits would continue until the sun had warmed the earth enough for us to plant those tomatoes in the family garden. That, in and of itself, was a big deal, not to mention the tending of those plants throughout the summer season.

While watching those seeds grow was clearly memorable, what made an even bigger impression on this little girl was late summer when Grandpa and I would carry in the buckets of tomatoes we had grown; some would be sliced and put on our dinner table, while others would end up Mason jars and stored in the cellar, compliments of my grandmother. Talk about pride ... funny how a little tray of tomato seeds created so many memories.

You know, sometimes I think we’ve turned into a society where we think memories are made by taking out our wallets, hoping children will be able to stow away some fantastic childhood memories with trips to Disney World, expensive electronics, incredible gifts and similar gadgets and experiences. But while our world has changed a lot since I was a little girl, I still have to believe money can’t buy memories. Instead, those last-alifetime memories are created by people we love ... doing things that will change us.

A simple tray of tomato seeds ... I wonder now if he ever imagined I would remember those days so many years later. Probably not ... but who knows?

It could have been part of his plan all along ...

Putnam County Record Editor Terri Simon can be reached at tsimon@putnamcountyrecord.com.

First Person Jason Judd

Town: Hennepin.

Family: Jennifer (wife); children, Alex, Ryan, Leyah.

Occupation: Owner of Grandma Rosie’s Sweet Treats.

What was your first job: Hennepin Boat Store.

What is your favorite movie: “Joe Versus the Volcano.”

What is your favorite book: Jack Reacher (book series).

What is the best concert you’ve been to: Bruce Springsteen.

If you met a genie who granted you one wish, what would you wish for: A cure for cancer.

What is the hardest thing you’ve ever done: Stopping CPR on a kid.

Where do you most want to travel but have never been: Australia.

What is one thing you are truly passionate about: Our veterans.

What is your favorite area restau-

rant and what do you like to order there: LOL, besides Grandma Rosie’s and the Country Stop, I would say Park Tavern Chicken Parmesan.

What is something you like about your hometown: My family and I feel safe.

Is there anything you would change: Lack of good jobs.

TO Letter THE Editor

Troubled with election season?

We support Long

To the Editor, Are you as troubled as I am watching this election season unfurl? While I am not impressed by any of the Republican contenders, the one who worries me the most is Donald Trump. He gathers large crowds to his rallies. But they could better be described as Hate-Ins. His message is unmistakable: Unless you are white and Christian don’t attend my rallies.

He is definitely causing a split in the Republican Party.

Trump has zeroed in on Muslims in particular. He has suggested that United States’ mosques might have to be shut down. He has gone so far as to suggest that Muslims should be required to register in a database or carry special IDs. Does this rhetoric bring up any memories of past history? Namely, Hitler, who singled out one particular group, the Jews, for Germans to hate. They were required to wear Stars of David on their sleeves. Every time he opens his mouth he sounds more and more like a Fascist. It was quite shocking to me that he would enthusiastically embrace the endorsement of the KKK. Then he really wants us all to believe he doesn’t know anything about David Duke, it’s leader.

We must all wake up and think about the future of our country. Our current Republican majority Senate is refusing to do the job they were elected to do That is to carry out their constitutional obligation to provide advice and consent once the president has put forth a successor to Antonin Scalia. The current Supreme Court has enjoyed a conservative majority for decades. Some of their decisions have been disastrous for the 99 percent; i.e., Citizens United v. FEC, and let us not forget Bush v. Gore (that is where the Supreme Court chose our president for us).

The election of our next president will have a direct bearing on future justices on the Supreme Court. We do not want “business as usual” where powerful special interests get the decisions they have paid for. Moderates and progressives need to unite behind a nominee and fight for his or her confirmation. We need a Supreme Court that will provide equal justice to all Americans.

We need to think long and hard before we cast our votes next November. But more importantly, we all must fulfill our responsibility as citizens and vote.

Judy Haggenjos Hennepin

To the Editor, Jerry Long for District 76th Representative.

I had the opportunity of meeting Jerry Long in the summer of 2014. I was in the process of conducting surveys regarding the state of Illinois along with providing information for another political candidate.

Jerry and I would cross paths often along the campaign trail.

At Jerry’s speaking engagements I was impressed with his sincerity and concern for the people in District 76 and representing them in Springfield. Jerry connected with people from all ages and backgrounds.

Over the past few years I personally read many of his articles on various topics in The Times Newspaper. As a member of The Write Team, Jerry wrote on his beliefs regarding economic growth, taxes, the pension crisis, NRA and other topics.

Jerry’s campaign donations came from the working class in the 76th District.

As a first time candidate in 2014, Jerry personally funded part of his campaign account. In order to commit full time to his campaign, he resigned from his position as a union truck driver. Unfortunately on Nov. 4, 2014, Jerry came within 336 votes of winning over long time politician Frank Mautino.

The Republican Party of Illinois chose Jerry Long as the candidate of their choice based upon his dedication and near success in the 2014 election. Jerry currently has the endorsements from the Illinois Family Institute, Family Pac, Illinois Federation for Rights to Life, Representative of the 75th District, John Anthony and The Chicago Tribune.

We’re supporting Jerry Long as a candidate for the 76th District representing LaSalle, Bureau and Putnam counties in Springfield, Ill. To the thousands of people that met Jerry at an event, charitable cause, parade or he simply knocked on your door for a conversation, please consider Jerry Long once again on Tuesday, March 15 in the primary election.

Ginny and Mike McCauley Streator

Legion needs reinforcements

American Legion posts across the region could use more members. We encourage military veterans to join this organization and become active in its causes.

The centennial of World War I (1914-18) reminds us of a terrible conflict that otherwise had been fading fast in the national memory.

The war introduced deadly advancements such as machine guns, poison gas, warplanes, zeppelins and tanks that, along with artillery and rifles, killed millions and maimed millions more.

In the war’s aftermath, however, something positive happened.

An organization was chartered by Congress in 1919 that grew to serve military veterans in cities and towns across the nation, including the Illinois Valley.

Throughout the years, it has done tremendous good for its members and communities, not to mention its country.

We speak of the American Legion.

Across the country, the Legion has experienced membership declines since the mid-1980s, when 3.1 million veterans belonged. Today, that number is more like 2.2 million members.

As more veterans from World War II, Korea and even Vietnam pass from the scene, the American Legion needs young replacements.

The Legion has had a positive impact, then and now, from advocating for the GI Bill and creation of the Veterans Administration, to active involvement in veterans issues, to a wide range of post, community and youth programs.

The American Legion traces its roots to World War I, but the causes it supports remain relevant today. We encourage veterans to be a part of it.

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Sports

What’s in a nickname

Pavlovich honored Freshman Daniela Pavlovich of Illinois Valley, a graduate of Putnam County High School, was named to the 2015-2016 Arrowhead Conference women’s basketball first team.

She was also named to the National Junior College Athletic Association Division II District L women’s basketball all-region first team.

IDNR news New license year begins April 1 Illinois fishing, hunting and sportsman’s combination licenses and stamps for 2016 are available from DNR Direct license and permit vendors, online through the IDNR website at www.dnr.illinois.gov, or by calling 1-888-6PERMIT (1-888673-7648). The 2016 licenses and stamps are valid through March 31, 2017, unless otherwise noted.

Spring youth turkey

Spring youth turkey season county permits are available over-the-counter from IDNR license/permit vendors. For information on spring turkey hunting, check the IDNR website at www.dnr.illinois.gov/hunting/turkey.

LaSalle Lake opens March 15

LaSalle Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area will open for the 2016 season on March 15 and will be open daily from 6 a.m. to sunset. All fishermen must be off the lake by closing time each day. Hours may be adjusted due to staffing issues, so visitors should call ahead 815-357-1608 to confirm operating hours. Visitors to LaSalle Lake are reminded that on opening day, and during the first two weeks of the fishing season, long lines are expected at the site entrance. Visitors should adhere to all rules, regulations and direction from staff. There is a wind warning system at LaSalle Lake, located on the tip of the internal dike that extends from the west shore. When the light of the wind warning system is flashing, no boats are to be launched and boats on the lake should find calm water and get off the lake when safe to do so.

In my three decades as a sportswriter, I’ve always appreciated a good nickname.

I’ve seen the large Bunny painted on the gym wall in Fisher to represent the Fighting Bunnies. It’s had to imagine the word Fighting and Bunny in the same breath. Puts a real fear into you, doesn’t it, the Fighting Bunnies.

I knew a college kid who came from the Hoopeston Cornjerkers and always enjoy writing Polo Marcos.

Sure, it’s easy to have the standard nicknames like Lions, Tigers and Indians. But oh my, they are some really good ones out there. I’ve always said Illinois has some great nicknames when it comes to school mascots.

What’s in a name? The DePue Little Giants moniker came about decades ago because a sports writer observed that the DePue athletes always played like little giants.

Did you know, the Hall High School teams used to be known as the Redmen? They were changed to Red Devils, circa mid-’40s.

I would be curious to know the origin of the likes of the St. Bede Bruins, the LaMoille Lions, the Ohio Bulldogs, the L-P Cavaliers, the Mendota Trojans and other area names.

On the subject of old nicknames, I’ve come up with a list of 27 team monikers no longer in existence.

These names come from old schools

Hieronymus Hypothesis COMMENTARY in a 40-mile radius from Princeton, including some former co-ops and a couple grade schools. Some are duplicates.

Bradford Panthers, Bradford/ Tiskilwa Falcons, Buda Bears, Bureau Township Wildcats, Kasbeer Kougars, Hennepin Mallards, Hopkins Hornet (Granville), Lostant Rams, Malden Musketeers, Mag-Sweeney Pirates, Manlius Red Devils, Manlius/Tampico Red Warriors, Mineral Leopards, Neponset Zephyrs, Senachwine Braves, Shef-

field Cardinals, Tiskilwa Arrows, Tiskilwa Indians, Toluca Wildcats, Tonica Warriors, Toulon Trojans, Walnut Blue Raiders, Walnut-LaMoille Warhawks, Western Rams, W/D/W Bruisers (Wolverines), Wyanet Eagles and Wyoming Indians.

• The Comcast Sports Network’s Mascot Challenge is down to its Final Four round. The semifinals pit the Elk Grove Grenadiers vs. the Genoa-Kingston Cogs and the Fisher Bunnies vs. the Freeport Pretzels. To vote, go to www.csnchicago.com/ MascotMadness.

Kevin Hieronymus is the BCR Sports Editor and has followed schools and their nicknames for more than 31 years covering sports. Contact him at khieronymus@bcrnews. com.

Thundercats’ Brooker qualifies for state Connor Brooker of the Putnam County/Hall Thundercats qualified for the state tournament by placing second in the 122 Pound Novice Division at the IKWF Rock Island Sectional Saturday, March 5.

Brooker advanced to the championship by beating

Pekin’s Tyler Hayes, 2-1, and Sauk Valley’s Hunter Luvando by fall at 1:00. Brooker lost to Ottawa’s Noah Setser 3-1 in the title bout.

Brooker faces Carlinville’s Dustin Roberts on Friday, March 11, at the state tournament held in Rockford.

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Community OmniArts accepting grant applications OmniArts in Starved Rock Country, an organization dedicated to supporting local artists and art organizations, is accepting applications for OmniArts Award Grants 2016.

OmniArts will award Special Purpose Grants to full-time, nonprofit music, art and theatre organizations. Program grants will be awarded to schools, libraries and community groups. The grant application instructions and forms will be sent directly to any interested organization by contacting OmniArts by email at billj@omniarts. org. The deadline for grant applications will be March 30. Grants will be awarded on April 13.

OmniArts has supported the arts in Starved Rock Country by providing funding to artists, cultural groups, art organizations, community theatres, schools and libraries. Most

recently, these grants have helped more than 1,400 artists and 700 volunteers with a collective audience of more than 22,000 in the Starved Rock Country region. Last year more than $16,600 was awarded.

“We are able to provide grants to these organizations because of the generosity of people and corporations who donate to our annual fund campaign,” said executive director Bill Jankowski. “Money we receive from the annual fund donations is given back to the ones who need it most … the arts, music, dance, theatre … this will provide artists and art organizations the support they need to be successful.”

“The more people and businesses donate the more we can provide. No other local art organization provides the financial support we provide to keep the arts alive in our communities,” Jankowski added.

Lenten services announced The churches of Putnam County have announced ecumenical Wednesday evening services during Lent.

March 9 — 7 p.m., St. Paul in Leonore, Pastor Kristi.

March 16 — 7 p.m., St. Patrick, Pastor Ron.

PCEF announces scholarship availability GRANVILLE — The Putnam County Educational Foundation (PCEF) has announced the availability of the following scholarships for the 2016–17 school year. All scholarship applications are available from the guidance counsel office at Putnam County High School or online from the PCHS website. Applications need to be returned to the guidance office or the office of the PC Schools superintendent by April 15.

Hazel Marie Boyle Memorial Scholarship — Created by the legacy of Hazel Marie Boyle, a longtime teacher and leading citizen in Putnam County, the scholarship is awarded to PCHS graduates attending or planning to attend Illinois Valley Community College, Illinois Wesleyan University or the University of Illinois. The criteria for the scholarship awards is based on the academic achievement and extracurricular/community service records of the applicants. Awards range from $1,000 for IVCC attendees to $2,000 for students attending Illinois Wesleyan or the University of Illinois.

Putnam County Science and Engineering Scholarship — The

scholarship is available to PCHS graduates attending or planning to attend Illinois Valley Community College, Bradley University or the University of Illinois. The principle criteria is based on the applicant’s academic and extracurricular/community service records — especially as they relate to mathematics, science and engineering. Recipients may receive awards of as much as $1,000 to attend IVCC or $4,000 to attend Bradley University or the University of Illinois.

Hubert J. “H.J.” Mennie Memorial Scholarship — Made possible by the Mennie family and the Mennie Machine Company in memory of Hubert Mennie, a leading Putnam County and Illinois Valley businessman, the scholarship is awarded to a PCHS graduate pursuing an industrial technology career by attending Illinois Valley Community College or a comparable two-year institution of higher learning. The award of $2,000 will be based on the applicant’s record of academic achievement and extracurricular/community service efforts.

Anne Cioni Memorial Teachers Scholarship — Created by the leg-

acy of Anne Cioni whose teaching career spanned more than 50 years, this scholarship award of $2,000 will be made to a PCHS graduate who is pursuing or plans to pursue a teaching career. Special emphasis may be given to an applicant already committed to a teacher education program at an institution of higher learning.

Mike Anders Language Scholarship — This scholarship award of $1,000 made in memory of language teacher Mike Anders will be given to a PCHS graduate pursuing a Liberal Arts and Sciences degree at an institution of higher learning. The award is based in equal parts on the applicant’s record of academic achievement, community service and extracurricular achievement.

Extra consideration will be given to an applicant with either a major or minor in a foreign language.

Eloise Howland Memorial Scholarship — Given in memory of Eloise Howland, a well-known local restaurateur, this award of approximately $300 will be provided to a PCHS graduate residing in Hennepin Township and is based solely on the applicant’s grade point average.

Illinois state 4-H robotics competition on April 23 URBANA — Participants can see what 4-H robotics is all about, tour the University of Illinois campus and meet lots of new people. Several departments on campus will have hands-on displays throughout the event.

The competition will be at the Activities and Recreation Center at the university. It is open to the

public to visit, however, only registered 4-H clubs may compete. This competition opportunity is free for those members and is open to all 4-H clubs.

Robots will be completing the same type of stunts that occur during a dog agility contest. Rules are available at web.extension.illinois.edu/ state4h/events/event.cfm?3=69961.

Anyone interested in becoming an adult volunteer to help a group of youth complete a similar robotics challenge next year should contact Sue Brooker, University of Illinois Extension 4-H program coordinator, at sbrooker@illinois.edu or by calling 815-875-2878, or by visiting the extension office at 850 Thompson St. in Princeton.

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Menus Putnam County Schools

MP Relay event raises more than $5,000 LACON — Relay For Life of Marshall and Putnam Counties’ “Wished Upon a Cure” event on Feb. 27 raised more than $5,000 to help put an end to cancer.

More than 300 community members came to the American Legion in Lacon to show their support and enjoy a pulled pork dinner.

Dances were also performed at the event for entertainment. The dances were choreographed by teachers at Dance Central in Henry. Those in attendance also took part in raffles, a 50/50 and were able to bid on silent auction items donated by each team.

This year’s Relay For Life is just getting started.

Those interested in supporting the relayers in Marshall and Putnam counties

may make donations by visiting RelayForLife.org.

Community members can

also start or join a team by following the links to their local relay event. Relay For

Life of Marshall and Putnam Counties will be held in June in Henry.

TCOC will offer at least 15 scholarships Application deadline is April 15 ROCK FALLS — At least 15 scholarships will be awarded by Tri-County Opportunities Council to income eligible students residing in the agency’s service area.

The scholarships are worth up to $1,250 and have been made available by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity through the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funds. All

low-income students, racial or ethnic minorities and previous scholarship winners are encouraged to apply.

To be eligible for the scholarship competition: • The applicant must be a member of an income-eligible household.

• The applicant must be attending an Illinois accredited post-secondary educational institution of higher learning during the fall of 2016.

• Applicants must be a resident of Bureau, Carroll, LaSalle, Lee, Marshall, Ogle, Putnam, Stark or White-

side County in Illinois.

• Students must be considered full-time (minimum of 12 semester hours) to qualify for the full $1,250 scholarship. Part-time students will be considered in the competition, however, scholarship awards will be pro-rated if they are selected as a winner.

The application deadline is April 15. Further information and application forms may be obtained by calling 800-323-5434, ext. 15, or via the agency website at www.tcochelps.org.

Raymond “Ray” Barnes

March 14 — Smoked sausage, tater tots, broccoli/cauliflower mix, pineapple chunks.

March 15 — Fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, buttered green beans, roll, dessert, pineapple chunks.

March 16 — Chili with crackers, turkey sandwich, carrot sticks. mandarin oranges.

March 17 — Corned beef, cabbage, potatoes and carrots, bread and butter, dessert, lime gelatin with fruit.

March 18 — Baked fish, french fries, corn, fruit cocktail.

Bread, butter, fruit juice and 2% milk are available with meals. For reservations, call 800-757-4579 24 hours in advance of the day’s meal. The menu is subject to change. Meals are available to senior citizens 60 plus at no cost, but donations are appreciated. The meal program is partly funded by donations, so they have a suggested donation of $5 per meal. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m.

presents

Thurs., March 17th 7:30pm Fri., March 18th 7:30pm

We especially wish to thank Fr. Patrick DeMeulemeester and William Ellena for the holy mass and Mary Edgerley for the beautiful music. Also, we would like to thank our granddaughters who read the most amazing readings for their grandpa as well as our grandsons for carrying their grandpa on their shoulders into and out of our beautiful church. In addition, we would like to thank Dysart-Cofoid funeral home for making sure that everything was perfect for the visitation and funeral mass. We are grateful for all of the lovely flowers, plants and monetary donations. Finally, we would like to thank those who coordinated and were part of the touching Bell Service at the visitation.

We appreciate everyone’s thoughtfulness, which continues to be a great comfort to us in our time of sorrow. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

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The family of the late Ray Barnes would like to express our sincere gratitude for the prayers, cards, memorials, food and visits during our recent loss.

Many thanks, Marge Barnes & family

Breakfast March 14 — Breakfast sandwich or cereal, fruit, juice, milk.

March 15 — Breakfast quesadilla or cereal, fruit, juice, milk.

March 16 — Scrambled eggs with toast or cereal, fruit, juice, milk.

March 17 — Cereal and toast, gogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

March 18 — Whole grain muffin or cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

Lunch March 14 — Cheese stuffed breadsticks with marinara sauce, corn, orange, sherbet, milk.

March 15 — Hamburger on bun, tortilla chips with salsa, green beans, pineapple, milk.

March 16 — Barbecue rib on bun, pickles, corn, applesauce, frozen juicy treat, milk; 2 p.m. dismissal.

March 17 — Junior high/high school - salad bar, taco in a bag with tomato, lettuce, cheese and salsa, muffin, apple, milk.

March 18 — Fish fillet on bun, oven fries, peaches, cottage cheese, milk.

Sat., March 19th 2:00pm 7:30pm

Putnam County High School Auditorium Adults: $8 • Students & Senior Citizens: $6 (PCHS Students attend one show for free) For tickets please call: 815-882-2800 opt. 4 Seating is assigned. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to show.

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Good Friday men’s breakfast GRANVILLE — All men of the area are invited to attend a Good Friday men’s breakfast at 6:30 a.m. Friday, March 25, at the Granville United Church of Christ.

The cost of the breakfast is a free will offering that will go to the mission team’s trip. Pastor Kristi Hopp will speak to the group on the chaplaincy. For more information, call the church at 815-339-2305.

Free tax assistance for seniors 60-plus STANDARD — Free tax assistance for seniors 60-plus will be available from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, March 23, at the Putnam County Community Center, 128 First St., Standard.

Appointments will be scheduled every half hour. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call 815-339-2711 or 800-757-4579.

Briefs Grief support group will meet March 15 SPRING VALLEY — St. Margaret’s grief support group will meet from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 15, in the hospital’s First Floor Presentation Room. Anyone who is experiencing grief due to a loss of a loved one is welcome to attend. Meetings are held every third Tuesday of the month. For questions, call 815-6641402.

Midget Leprechaun Wrestling CEDAR POINT — Guns & Horses Productions and Half Pint Brawlers will present Midget Leprechaun Wrestling at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 20, at the Gunsmoke Grill in Cedar Point. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. All ages are welcome. All proceeds will benefit Boobapalooza and Cops 4 Cancer. For ticket information, call 815-481-3337.

Visions support group will meet March 17

The Other Guys will perform on March 11

SPRING VALLEY — Visions, a support group for anyone with any type of visual problem, will meet from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 17, in St. Margaret’s First Floor Presentation Room. The group meets regularly on the first and third Thursday of each month from 3:30 to 5 p.m.

For more information, call 815-6645311.

LASALLE — The Other Guys, the University of Illinois’s all-male a cappella group, will perform at 7 p.m.

Friday, March 11, in Matthiessen Memorial Auditorium at LaSalle-Peru Township High School.

Tickets cost $10 and all proceeds benefit the LPHS Choral Department.

Tickets are available at the door or from any LP choir student. For more

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Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Founded in 1968, The Other Guys perform at more than 100 different venues a year, as well as every Varsity Men’s Glee Club concert.

For more information on The Other Guys, visit http://otherguys.org.

Brandon Baxter and Kaitlyn Comerford of Granville are the parents of a daughter born Feb. 23 at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley.

Education Briefs Mignone named to Ripon College fall dean’s list

Annual spring luncheon and trunk show SPRING VALLEY — St. Margaret’s Foundation invites everyone to its eighth annual spring luncheon and trunk show at 1 p.m. Sunday, April 10, at Celebrations 150 in Utica.

Kick off spring with lunch, shopping unique items, having a massage and visiting with friends. Vendors will include: Artistic Painting, Fun Fashions, New Beginning Therapeutic Message, 31 Bags, Pat English beauty consultant, Le Smith’s Design Room, Scentsy, Dove Chocolate Discoveries, Yoli, Trinkets and Treats, Designs by Lynette, Kobilsek Woodturning, Rada Cutlery and St. Margaret’s Gift Shop.

The event price of $20 includes lunch and refreshments, door prizes and one-day specials. Reservations are necessary and due by Thursday, April 7. Tickets are available at Hy-Vee Grocery and Hackman Insurance in Peru, Tri-City Frock Shoppe and Studio 718 in LaSalle, and Spring Valley City Bank and St. Margaret’s Hospital Gift Shop.

For more information, call 815664-7260. All proceeds benefit St. Margaret’s Foundation.

RIPON, Wis. — Cameron Mignone, the child of Charles and Pam Mignone of Peru, has been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2015 semester at Ripon College in Ripon, Wis. To qualify for the dean’s list, students must achieve a 3.40 grade point average or higher on a 4.0 scale and complete at least 12 credits of regular letter-graded work.

Smith performs with Augustana Symphony Orchestra ROCK ISLAND — The Augustana Symphony Orchestra performed its winter concert on Feb. 13 in Centennial Hall. This group of student musicians, including Abigail Smith of Peru, shared their talent with the Augustana community. Selections included pieces such as “Tragic Overture” by Johannes Brahms and “Serenade for String Orchestra” by Sir Edward Elgar, among others.

Alzheimer’s support group PERU — The Alzheimer’s Caring Friends Support Group for caregivers, family and friends will be meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, March 21, on the lower level of the Peru Public Library. The library is located at 1409 11th Street in Peru. The meeting is sponsored by Illinois Valley Alzheimer’s Group, Inc. For more information, call Peg Gonet at 815-339-6465 or Joanne Milby at 815-223-1885.

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PCES students vote for their favorite 2016 Rebecca Caudill Book HENNEPIN — Twenty-two fifth graders gathered to vote for their favorite 2016 Rebecca Caudill title on Friday, Feb. 26.

Students have been participating in the Rebecca Caudill Young Readers’ Book Award this school year, selecting books to read from the 18 nominees.

To be eligible to attend the party, students had to read at least three titles from the list, pass the Accelerated Reader quiz for the book and complete a worksheet detailing elements of the book. Students and staff enjoyed cookies and ice cream with toppings. Students also enjoyed a pizza lunch and soda.

Students liked many of the books and two books tied for first place: “Cinder”

by Marissa Meyer and “Hidden” by Helen Frost. Third place went to “Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell 25” by Richard Paul Evans.

All votes were submitted to the state ISLMA website and an overall favorite of all students in the state of Illinois will be announced March 18.

The following fifth-grade students participated: 5A — Kaitlyn Brannon, Hailey Campbell, Nicholas Currie, Andrew Pyszka, Laynee Sanchez, Gianna Sartin, Haile Turner, Tyler Waslesyn and Maddie Weger; 5B — Miken-

na Boyd, Rihley Faletti, Mavrick Holocker, Quinn Postula and Arianna Rivera-Story; and 5C — Gracie Ciucci, Lauren Faletti, Olivia Gonzalez, Katelyn Liles, Mayra Macias, Milo Mucu, Emma Nicoli, Madelyn Torrance and Spencer Voss.

So far, 163 Rebecca Caudill nominees have been read. Students have until April 15 to read all 18 if they choose to do so. Congratulations to Madelyn Torrance who has read all of the books.

The Putnam County Educational Foundation (PCEF) funded a grant to help provide for the purchase of the books and treats.

Casting call for Stage 212’s ‘Funny Girl’ LASALLE — Director Joey Beavers has announced two sets of auditions for Stage 212’s summer 2016 production, “Funny Girl,” the bittersweet classic musical by Jule Styne, Bob Merrill and Isobel Lennart.

The first set of auditions, solely for the purpose of casting the role of Fanny Brice, will be at 7 p.m. Friday, March 18, and Saturday, March 19, (attend one) at the theater, 700 First St. in LaSalle. Callbacks will be at 2 p.m. Sun-

day, March 20. Those auditioning should be between the ages of 18–35, and come prepared with two songs from “Funny Girl,” one ballad and one upbeat number. There will be a dance audition as well.

Full cast auditions will be at 7 p.m. Friday, April 1, and 2 p.m. Saturday, April 2, (attend one) at the theater. Beavers will be casting approximately 35 people in a variety of roles including male leads, supporting female roles and

chorus. Those auditioning should be ages 14 and up, and should come prepared to sing 16 bars from a Broadway musical of their choice and to participate in a dance audition. Those interested in tapping should bring tap shoes. For more information, contact producer Ellen Marincic at 815-326-3707.

“Funny Girl” will be presented July 15-31. Stage 212 auditions are open to all regardless of prior theatrical experience.

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The event is held in the Princeton Public Library Friends Sale Room at the library at 698 E. Peru St. in Princeton.

This year, the Friends are proud to announce there will upwards of 10,000 used books, both hardcover and paperback, offered for sale. All books have been cleaned and sorted into more than 30 categories for easy shopping. To date, they currently have best sellers, cookbooks, mysteries, children’s books, history and science book, plus puzzles, DVDs and CDs. Event-goers should enter through the front of the library and follow the signs to the sale.

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‘Irish Melody’ violinist will perform in LaSalle LASALLE — The LaSalle Public Library will host violinist Sarah Arter when she performs “Irish Melody,” selections of traditional Irish music, at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 15.

Steeped in history, the music of Ireland informs, recounts, memorializes and celebrates the lives and loves of the people of Ireland. With origins dating back two millennia, to the time of the arrival of the Celts in Ireland, the music of that land is now known worldwide. Learn a bit about the development of Irish music and how hardship and history forced the spread of this wonderful music throughout the world.

Arter will use both music and storytelling to demonstrate how the artform has emerged throughout Ireland’s history. In addition to a display of Irish culture through art and history, she will recount several of her own experiences while studying in Ireland, including her in-concert experience, playing side-by-side with The Chieftains. Part performance, part a knowledgeable look at this musical genre, Arter’s entertaining and engaging program will offer the audience a new appreciation for the beauty and joy embodied in the music of Ireland.

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This is a free program, open to the public. This program is made possible through funding from the Alwin C. Carus Trust. The LaSalle Public Library is located at 305 Marquette, LaSalle, and is Americans with Disabilities Act compliant. For more information, call the library at 815223-2341.

A resident of the Illinois Valley, Arter is a talented vocalist, fiddler, piano jammer and music enthusiast.

As both a performer and student of music, her studies include work at the University of Limerick’s Irish World Academy of Music and Dance.

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Applications are available for the Hopkins Alumni Scholarship GRANVILLE — The ninth annual Hopkins Alumni Scholarship of $1,500 will be awarded to a senior student from the Putnam County High School Class of 2016 at the spring awards ceremony.

Since 2012, the alumni group has also awarded additional scholarships of $1,000 to other deserving students.

Those eligible are senior students who have been a resident of Granville Township for at least two years and are currently enrolled and have attended PCHS for at least two years. The student must be planning to attend a school that awards college credit.

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1918 through 1966 and the alumni feel strongly that the value of education should be encouraged. To that end the alumni have donated more than $15,000 to the scholarship endowment fund since 2007 and an additional $11,000 has been added to the fund from the sale of an artifact (picture) saved from the Hopkins building.

PCHS senior students should contact the guidance counselor for an application and information. The application form may also be downloaded from the Putnam County High School website under the Guidance/ Scholarship section. The deadline for applying is extended to March 31.

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Annual Black and White Ball held LASALLE — The seventh annual Black and White Ball was held Saturday, Feb. 20, at Senica’s Oak Ridge and raised approximately $35,000 (gross) for Starved Rock Regional Center for Therapy and Child Development (SRRC). One hundred percent of proceeds will remain local and help children by giving them the opportunity to live, learn and play to their maximum potential.

Around 130 guests attended this popular annual event which included dinner, dancing, a complimentary martini bar, music by Michael J. Perkins and Tony Bianchi, photos

by Annette Barr, a live auction presented by Matthew and Brian Bullock, raffles and an introduction of the 2016 Ambassador, Brock Bassett, and his family.

“We are so touched and grateful for the generosity of all that attended, donated or volunteered for the ball,” said Susan Bursztynsky, president/CEO of SRRC. “This event has become one of our largest fundraisers as it is such a popular event.”

Major sponsors included Annette Barr Photography, Blythe Flowers, Designs and Signs, Exelon, The First National Bank of Ottawa, Illinois Valley Contractor Association, The

Justice Law Firm, Ottawa Noon Rotary, The Times, T & L Janitorial Supply and Quality Care Cleaning.

SRRC is a non-profit agency that serves more than 500 children per year.

Services include speech, developmental and physical therapy to children throughout the Starved Rock area; a child care center for children with and without special needs in Ottawa, and toddler classes in Ottawa, Princeton and Peru.

For more information, contact Tracy Beattie, director of development at 814-434-0857 or tracyb@ starvedrockcenter.org.

Perry Memorial Hospital will host community health fair on March 19 PRINCETON — Perry Memorial Hospital in Princeton will host a free community health fair, Passport to Health, from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 19, at the Bureau County Metro Center in Princeton.

The first 25 attendees to register will have the opportunity to receive a free lipid panel blood draw.

In addition, lab screenings will be available at a discounted price: Lipid, $25; Chemistry, $31; A1c, $25; Thyroid-TSH $23; and Hemogram, $9. Lipid and Chemistry screenings require 12-hour fasting.

The free lipid panel and discounted screenings require provider name and

address.

In addition, participants will have the opportunity to “travel” to different Perry Memorial booths and learn how to achieve a healthy lifestyle. The medical rehabilitation department will offer balance screenings and the staff from the Family Health Clinic will provide blood pressure checks. Many other departments will be present offering health education including: Sleep Lab (sleep apnea and home sleep studies), ER (stroke education) Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (heart health), Radiology (mammography and bone density) Orthopedics (joint health), Special Procedures

(colon health), Pharmacy (medication safety), Care Management (advance directives) and many more.

All participants completing their Health Passport by visiting all department booths will receive a free two-day pass to the Bureau County Metro Center. Free children’s activities, face painting and crafts are planned to entertain young children while the adults make their travels.

All participants registering will have an opportunity to win a child’s bike, donated by Walmart in Princeton, and vendor door prizes. The event is free and doesn’t require registration. For more information, call 815-876-4481.

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Heidi Harrison attends National Youth Summit on Healthy Living regarding statistics and consequences of youth tobacco, alcohol and drug usage. High schoolers from Henry-Senachwine High School are trained by extension educator for 4-H Youth Development every fall to deliver the program to sixth, seventh and eighth graders at Henry-Senachwine Jr. High.

At the National Youth Summit on Healthy Living, high school students developed the knowledge and skills to address today’s issues including nutrition education, physical fitness, wellness and emotional well-being. National 4-H Council and National 4-H Conference Center partnered with professionals

Heidi Harrison of the Marshall-Putnam County 4-H program recently attended the National Youth Summit on Healthy Living in Chevy Chase, Md. She is a 4-H teen teacher who is a part of the 4-H Health Rocks program at Henry-Senachwine School.

The 4-H Health Rocks program is in its fourth year of programming at Henry-Senachwine CUSD 5. The healthy living program helps youth develop life skills in the area of critical thinking, decision-making, communication, managing feelings, stress management and goal setting to help them resist risky behaviors. It also provides accurate health information

in family consumer science and healthy living to host the National Youth Summit on Healthy Living. Students were trained to create action plans to implement in their communities and teach other youth about what they have learned.

Harrison had a great time meeting other high school students from all over the United States.

There were 165 youth in attendance from 26 different states. She would like to see the Healthy Living Summit held here in Illinois. She feels it is important topic for all youth.

To learn more about 4-H programs near year, contact the University of Illinois Extension by calling 815-224-0889.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF ) JEANNETTE HAIG, ) Deceased. ) 2016 P 2 NOTICE OF CLAIM DATE Notice is given of the death of JEANNETTE HAIG on January 23, 2016 and that Letters of Office were issued

on February 18, 2016 to KATHLEEN A. NEWHALFEN, P.O. Box 135, Magnolia, IL 61336, as Independent Executor, whose attorney is ROBERT M. McBRIDE, 1412 Third Street, PO Box 269, Henry, Illinois 61537.

Claims may be filed 6 months from the date of the first publication of this Notice of Claim Date, or 3 months from the date of mailing or delivery, whichever is

later, and any claim not filed on or before that date is barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Putnam County Courthouse, Hennepin, Illinois, or with the Executor, or both. Within 10 days after a claimant files its claim with the Court, the claimant must mail or deliver a copy of the claim to the Executor and to her attorney of

record, and file with the Court proof of mailing or delivery of said copies.

Dated this 19th day of February, 2016.

Robert M. McBride Attorney at Law 1412 Third Street, PO Box 269 Henry, Illinois 61537 (309) 364-2423 Published in the Putnam County Record Mar. 2, 9 and 16, 2016.

STATE OF ILLINOIS ) COUNTY OF PUTNAM ) GRANVILLE TOWNSHIP ROAD DISTRICT ) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON VACATION OF ROAD Carl Naumann, the duly elected and acting Highway Commissioner of the Township of Granville Road District having filed a Certificate of Vacation pursuant to the provisions of 605 ILCS 5/6-303, certifying that the following described road be fully and finally vacated: That portion of East 1100th Street beginning 100 feet north of that street’s intersection with North 900 Avenue and continuing in a Northerly direction to the southern boundary of the right of way of North 945 Avenue, being part of the NE 1/4 of Section 18 and the NW

1/4 of Section 17, Township 32 N Range I W, all situated in Putnam County, Illinois.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing on the certificate of Vacation will be held on the 22nd day of March, 2016, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. at the offices of Granville Township located at 212 South McCoy Street, Granville, Illinois. /s/Rick Serafini Deputy Clerk, Granville Township Road District Published in the Putnam County Record Mar. 9 and 16, 2016.

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Superintendent’s newsletter As I contemplate how quickly the school year has continued to proceed, I am reminded about comments that were made by older family members when I was a child. Do you recall parents or grandparents telling you how much faster time seems to go the older you become? At the time, it seemed ridiculous, but how correct they were!

Now that I am quickly approaching my retirement from PC Schools, the time is flying by way too fast.

Our students have been engaged in numerous activities, and I continue to enjoy all of them. It is impossible to attend all events, as our district has so many activities happening all of the time. Recently I enjoyed reading to the kindergarten students during the Kindergarten Rodeo, and their pictures displayed in the halls were absolutely incredible. Nearly every time I would walk by their cowboy photos, I would smile because of their adorable expressions in their pictures. Whether going to conference games or watching regionals, I have shared the excitement of PC fans as we have cheered for our teams.

Soon we will be thrilled to watch the talented students in “The Wizard of Oz” performance. It always amazes me that our students continue to make excellent academic strides while they participate

in so many extracurricular activities, but I am proud of them for their tremendous effort!

Mr. Carl Carlson was recently named the next PC School Superintendent by our Putnam County Board of Education.

I extend my sincere congratulations to Mr. Carlson and our dedicated board on this outstanding decision. This selection resulted from a thorough superintendent search, including numerous interviews and two site visits. Mr. Carlson will assume his duties as the new superintendent on July 1, and we will be working closely together throughout the remainder of this school year. He will be involved in the district budget meetings, negotiations, hiring of new personnel and curriculum decisions. Our district’s strong administrative team, knowledgeable district office staff, excellent teachers and outstanding board of education will collectively work to create a smooth transition process. Carl is enthusiastic about his new position, and he understands our fine Putnam County community. He has been a vital part of the excellent work in our district during my entire time as superintendent, and I am confident that our students will continue to remain the top priority in all decisions in our district.

Yours in educational service, Superintendent Jay K. McCracken

Perry Memorial Hospital will offer health screen PRINCETON — Perry Memorial Hospital will offer a health screen from 6:30 to 9:30 a.m. Thursday, March 17, in the White Oak Classroom at the hospital.

A lipid profile test, which includes total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides, will be offered at $25. The following other tests will also be offered: Chemistry profile for $31, Thyroid-TSH for $23, A1c for $25 and Hemogram for $9. All tests,

except the Hemogram and Thyroid-TSH, require a 12-hour fasting.

Participants are asked to bring their physician’s name and address to the screening. Tests cannot be completed without this information. Payment of cash or check is due at the screening.

Juice and coffee will be available. To schedule an appointment, call 815-8763313; walk-ins will not be accepted.

PCR photos/Terri Simon\

The Bureau County Republican and the Putnam County Record, along with an anonymous donor, donated $500 to all six food pantries in the two-county area. In the above photo are Janet Heidenreich (from left), Walnut Food Pantry; Laurie Abrahams, Hall Township Food Pantry; Lois Peterson, Wyanet Food Pantry; Janice Dalzot and Marie Giordano, both from the Hall Township Food Pantry. In the second row are Dave Cook (from left), Putnam County Record staff writer; Pam Marsh, Bureau County Republican multi-media consultant; Mary and Cleo Lanham, Western Bureau County Food Pantry; and Jim Carboni, Putnam County Food Pantry. In the photo (right) are BCR Copy Editor Shannon Serpette and Vanessa Hoffeditz, Bureau County Food Pantry, Princeton.

HENNEPIN FOOD MART MARCH $ 99 $ 99 2 2 MADNESS SALE!!

CORNED SKYLARK

FAMILY PAK

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GROCERY SPECIALS

Honey Nut Cherrios, Lucky Charm, Cocoa P, Trix Cereals, 12oz ........................................................ 2/$5 BC Fruit Roll Ups and Shapes, All ....................... 2/$4 Fiber 1 Breakfast Bars, All .................................... 2/$5 Nabisco Triskets and All Asst Snack Crackers, 9oz .. 2/$5 Orville Red Micro Popcorn, 3 Pack........................ 3/$5 Our Family Potato Chips, All ................................ 2/$3 Chi Chi Salsa, 16oz .............................................. 3/$5 Bush Red Kidney, Black, Butter, Pinto, Garbanzo, Asst Beans, 303 ................................................... 5/$5 Keebler Fudge Stripes, 12oz ................................ 2/$5 Hunts Ketchup or BBQ Sauce, 24/18oz ................ 4/$5 OF Quick or Old Fashion Oatmeal, 18oz .............. 2/$3 Hidden Valley Dressings, 16oz ............................. 2/$6 Carnation Evaporated Milk, 12oz ........................ $1.39 Our Family Sloppy Joe Sauce, 15.5oz .................. 4/$3 Family Size Jello Gelatine or Pudding Mix, 6oz ... 5/$5 Our Family Spring Water, 24pk ........................... $2.99

PRODUCE

Size B Red Potatoes, 3lb Bag ..............................$1.99 Fresh Green Cabbage, lb.......................................39¢ Medium Yellow Onions, 3lb Bag ...........................$1.99 Dole Sleeved Celery, Each .....................................99¢

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Kretschmar Oven Roasted Chicken Breast, lb .. $5.99 Walnut Aged Swiss Cheese, lb .......................... $4.99 Kretschmar Pickle Loaf, lb ................................. $4.59 Fresh Ham Salad, lb .......................................... $4.99

YE OLDE PUB SHOPPE

Busch or Busch Light Beer, 30pk Cans .............. $13.99 Beringer White Zinfindal, 1.5liter ......................... $9.99

OPEN 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Daily 8 a.m. - Noon Sunday 925-7308

Prego Pasta Sauce 24oz

Assorted Tostito Chips All

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Green Giant Canned Corn and Asst Vegetables 303

All 2X Laundry Liquid 46.5oz

Assorted Gatorade 32oz

Chicken Of Sea Tuna 5oz

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Black Angus Boneless Chuckroast, lb.................$3.99 Skylark Corned Beef Flats, lb .............................$4.99 Boneless Pork Sirloin Chops, lb..........................$2.79 Homemade Pork Fair Burgers, lb........................$2.99 Frozen Leg Quarters, 10lb Bag .............................$3.99 Whole Fresh Pork Tenderloins, lb .......................$3.59 Seasoned Americas Cut Porkchops, lb...............$3.99

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DiGiorno Pizzas, All ............................................. 2/$9 Totino Pizza Rolls, 15ct ........................................ $1.29 Our Family Frozen Vegetables, 16oz.................... 5/$5 Our Family Cool Whip, 8oz ............................... 10/$10 TGIF Mozzarella Sticks and Asst Frozen Snacks, All .. 2/$6

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Our Family Shredded or Chunks Cheese, 8oz ... 5/$10 Florida Natural Orange Juice, 59oz ...................... 2/$6 Crystal Farms Box Cream Cheese, 8oz ............... 2/$3 Our Family Cheddar and Asst Cheese Slices, 8oz .. 2/$4

BAKERY

Fresh Baked Dinner Rolls, Doz .......................... $2.29 King’s Hawiian Dinner Rolls, Doz ......................... 2/$5

SEAFOOD SHOPPE

Alaskan Pollack Fillets, 10lb Box ........................... $17.99 Our Family Perch Fillets, 12oz ................................ $4.59 Don’t forget to attend the Magnolia Fire Dept. Chicken Fry and Ham/Turkey Raffle this Saturday at the Magnolia Fire Dept.!!!